Inventory Operations Specialist

Description

Number of days onsite – 3 days

Domain Experience (If any) – Manufacturing, Logistics, Retail (preferred)

location required is Minneapolis St Paul – Minneapolis Woodbury, MN

Must Have Skills

• Skill 1 – 5+ years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or supply chain management
• Skill 2 – Strong knowledge of cycle counting methodologies and inventory reconciliation
• Skill 3 – Hands-on experience with receiving, labeling, and tagging inventory items
• Skill 4 – Familiarity with labeling standards and barcode systems
• Skill 5 – Proficiency in inventory management systems (e.g., NetSuite or similar)
• Skill 6 – Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams (warehouse, procurement, finance)
• Skill 7 – Strong organizational and communication skills
• Skill 8 – Experience supporting audits and compliance checks

Job Description

• Seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Inventory Operations Specialist to manage and optimize our physical inventory processes.
• The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in cycle counts, receiving, labeling, and inventory reconciliation, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across all inventory-related activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular and ad-hoc physical inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies.
• Execute and monitor cycle count programs to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Oversee receiving operations, ensuring timely and accurate documentation of incoming goods.
• Manage labelling and tagging of inventory items according to company standards.
• Maintain organized and compliant storage areas, ensuring proper handling and placement of materials.
• Collaborate with warehouse, procurement, and finance teams to resolve inventory issues.
• Utilize inventory management systems (e.g. NetSuite) for tracking and reporting.
• Support audits and compliance checks related to inventory control.
• Identify process improvements and contribute to SOP development. Qualifications: • Proven experience (5+ years) in inventory control, warehouse operations, or supply chain management.
• Strong understanding of inventory systems, cycle counting methodologies, and receiving protocols.
• Familiarity with labelling standards and barcode systems.